Comment from cs144
It is amazing how good the cameras are on phones these days. This is a great shot that contrasts the living and the dead. Great color contrast. Very well focused. Good luck.

 Comment Written 20-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Apr-2018

Thanks so much!

Comment from Envision
I am curious to know where these skulls come from. This one looks oddly interesting with those flowers. You really captured some incredible detail of both the skull and the flowers.

 Comment Written 18-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Apr-2018

Many thanks for your review!

Comment from Linda Wetzel
It is as though nature honored his passing with the bed of flowers. The flowers remove the gruesomeness of the scene and give it a poignant feel. Nicely composed.

 Comment Written 14-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2018

Thanks so very much for your review,I appreciate it very much!

Comment from nikman
Seeing your information and photo I immediately wondered how could you be so definite about identifying the animal from its skull? Your fine composition grants us a good look at it. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Nicely done!

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Apr-2018

Thanks so much for your review! If you look closely, you will notice the two little projections (one partial) that are "buttons" or developing antlers on top of this fawns skull.It is just a smaller version of an adult deer skull ! :)

reply by nikman on 15-Apr-2018

Many thanks!

Comment from emereaux
Oh I really like this piece! The purple periwinkles and deep green leaves give a wonderful juxtaposition to the skull resting in the middle of this lovely color. Excellent framing and composition. Very nice! Wishing you the best in the contest!

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Thank you so very much for your wonderful review and the extra star,I am very honored ! :)

reply by emereaux on 12-Apr-2018

You're welcome! : )

Comment from gardnes13
Excellent picture! I love the stark contrast between the skull and the dark foliage with the bright pop of purple from the flowers. Lighting is good as is the framing. Good luck in your contest!

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Thank you so very much for your review!

Comment from suzannethompson2
Very good entry for the contest. Amazing that you can produce something beautiful out of the sad picture of a skull - the pretty blue flowers really make this. Very good lighting and focus showing great clarity. Good luck in the contest. Suzanne

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Thanks for a great review, it is greatly appreciated!

Comment from alaskapat
The skull is in such huge contrast to its purple flower surroundings! I like the diagonal placement of the skull in the frame. Well focused, clear image, adequate lighting, it does stand out from the purple flowers and greenery . Well presented, interesting title too!

 Comment Written 12-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Thanks so very much for a wonderful review! :)

Comment from michiganmike
An eye catching shot. The quality of the photos coming from the newer phones never ceases to amaze me. Great colors and very fine detail should make this a favorite in the contest.

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Many thanks for your review!

Comment from iPhone7
Cool. What a great shot using an LG phone. The photo lenses are so good now days. You have taken it a step further in the composition and clarity of this scene. The whites of the skull are just right and not over blown. Nice work and best of fortune in the contest ~ Steve

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Thanks so much for your great review,I appreciate it very much!